Pin It A vibrant, deli-style sandwich featuring a medley of Italian-inspired ingredients chopped and tossed together for the ultimate flavor-packed bite—perfect for lunch or a crowd-pleasing party platter.
The first time I made these flavor mash-up sandwiches, my friends were amazed. Everyone loved picking out their favorite mix-ins and piling them onto their rolls for a personalized, tasty lunch.
Ingredients
- Genoa salami: 100 g, sliced
- Smoked turkey breast: 100 g, sliced
- Mortadella: 100 g, sliced
- Hot capicola: 100 g, sliced
- Provolone cheese: 100 g, sliced
- Fresh mozzarella: 50 g, diced
- Iceberg lettuce: 1 cup, finely shredded
- Cherry tomatoes: 1 cup, quartered
- Red onion: 1/2 small, thinly sliced
- Pepperoncini peppers: 1/2 cup, sliced
- Roasted red peppers: 1/2 cup, chopped
- Pitted black olives: 1/4 cup, sliced
- Cucumber: 1/2, diced
- Italian hoagie rolls or ciabatta rolls: 4, split
- Mayonnaise: 1/2 cup
- Red wine vinegar: 2 tbsp
- Extra-virgin olive oil: 2 tbsp
- Dijon mustard: 1 tbsp
- Dried oregano: 1 tsp
- Garlic powder: 1/2 tsp
- Salt and black pepper: to taste
Instructions
- Chop ingredients:
- Chop all meats and cheeses into bite-sized pieces.
- Mix filling:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine chopped meats, cheeses, lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, pepperoncini, roasted red peppers, olives, and cucumber.
- Prepare dressing:
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, red wine vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Toss mixture:
- Pour the dressing over the chopped mixture and toss thoroughly until everything is well coated.
- Prep rolls:
- Split the rolls and, if desired, lightly toast them.
- Assemble sandwiches:
- Pile the chopped sandwich filling onto each roll.
- Serve:
- Serve immediately, or wrap tightly and refrigerate for up to 2 hours for flavors to meld.
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My family requests these sandwiches for movie nights and outdoor picnics; everyone loves how easy it is to make big batches for sharing together.
Required Tools
Large mixing bowl, chefs knife, cutting board, small whisk or fork, serving tongs or large spoon
Allergen Information
Contains: Wheat (rolls), Milk (cheese), Eggs (mayonnaise) May contain: Tree nuts (mortadella sometimes includes pistachios)
Nutritional Information
Per serving: 570 calories, 28 g total fat, 46 g carbohydrates, 32 g protein
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Try different bread types and keep extra veggies handy for swapping. Enjoy these mash-up sandwiches fresh for the best taste and texture.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → What is the best bread for these sandwiches?
Italian hoagie rolls or ciabatta work best, providing a sturdy base for ample fillings and dressing.
- → Can I make these sandwiches vegetarian?
Yes, omit the meats and add extra veggies such as artichoke hearts or grilled zucchini for a delicious vegetarian option.
- → What dressing complements this sandwich mix?
A tangy combination of mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, red wine vinegar, olive oil, and dried oregano balances the flavors well.
- → How far in advance can these be prepared?
The filling can be made up to 2 hours ahead, wrapped tightly and refrigerated to allow flavors to meld before serving.
- → Which cheeses work well in this combination?
Provolone and fresh mozzarella offer great texture and mild flavor, but Swiss or fontina are tasty alternatives.
- → How do I adjust the spices to my taste?
Feel free to adjust salt, pepper, oregano, and garlic powder for preferred savoriness and kick.